About CITCA
Healing minds. Empowering communities.
We're not just a community organization — we're an ecosystem builder addressing the intersection between mental wellness, education, digital inclusion, and workforce development.
600+
Children served since 2019
200+
Families assisted
90%
Youth employment post-apprenticeship
400+
Homeless individuals supported
Our Mission
CITCA is a community organization dedicated to reducing poverty and mental illness in underserved communities. We do this through youth development, community advocacy, and workforce readiness, empowering 21st-century skills to create greater social and economic prosperity.
Our Vision
A world where every child, family, and individual has access to mental health support, educational opportunities, and the tools to thrive.
Our story
A journey of community resilience.
From homeless outreach in 2019 to a multi-program ecosystem serving hundreds of families today.
- 2019Founded; launched homeless outreach initiatives, supporting 35+ unsheltered individuals.
- 2020Wellness Online Campaign during the pandemic.
- 2021Launched CITCA Live podcast and the ECSEL program.
- 2022Collaborated with MONSE and juvenile justice programs.
- 2023Secured first grants and amplified the ECSEL program.
- 2024–2025Workforce development and youth digital podcast initiative.
Leadership
The team guiding our work
Jacqueline Stevenson
Founder & President
Founder of CITCA and lead architect of its mental health, youth, and workforce ecosystem.
Keith Stevenson
Board Member
Strategic advisor supporting CITCA's growth, partnerships, and community programming.
Alex Wheatley
Treasurer
Oversees fiscal stewardship and financial sustainability across CITCA initiatives.
Cinya Johnson
Youth Board Member
Youth leader advancing peer mentorship and the youth voice across CITCA programs.
Brittney Montgomery
Secretary
Coordinates governance, board operations, and community communications.
Staff Teams
Day-to-day stewards of the mission
Program Operations
Coordinates day-to-day delivery of CITCA Well, Learn, Work, Family & Serve.
Apprenticeship Team
Manages BuildWithin certification and Digital Outreach apprenticeships.
Family Advocacy
Leads IEP advocacy, public-benefits navigation, and parent support.
Our values
Rooted in community. Driven by impact.
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Youth-led innovation
Young people are at the center of designing and delivering our programs.
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Family empowerment
We support the whole family system, not just the individual.
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Workforce readiness
21st-century skills create lasting economic mobility.
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Wellness for all
Mental health is a foundation for thriving communities.
